Common Hearing Loss Symptoms

Common Hearing Loss Symptoms

Did you know it takes us on average over 7 years to take action against our hearing loss? In that time there are many signs and symptoms that we unnecessarily put up with that effect our overall wellbeing. Recognising the symptoms of hearing loss in yourself or someone you know is the first step to improving your hearing. The real problem is often that we do not act on our hearing loss early on.

The common symptoms of hearing loss often occur gradually, and because they’re not always immediate they may take some time to become noticeable. You may have realised your hearing has impacted daily activities such as being with family or going to work. Or perhaps a family member or friend has brought the symptoms to your attention.

If you, or your friends and family experience one or more of the signs below you should have your hearing tested by a hearing specialist. You may have hearing loss if:

SOCIALLY

You think that others are mumbling

You have to strain to hear when someone talks or whispers

You have difficulty following conversations in a group

You frequently ask others to repeat themselves

You have difficulties hearing someone call you from behind or from another room

You need to watch a speaker’s lips more closely to follow the conversation

You find it hard to keep up in meetings, in restaurants, or in lectures

You tend to limit your social activities because it’s difficult to hear and communicate

Family, friends, or colleagues mention that they often have to repeat themselves

ENVIRONMENTALLY

You prefer to have the TV or radio on a high volume

You find it hard to hear on the telephone or swap the ear you hold the phone to in order to hear better

You have difficulty hearing at the theatre, cinema or other entertainment venues

You find it hard to hear in noisy environments like in the street, car or loud restaurant

You miss sound cues like doorbells, alarm clocks and smoke alarms

EMOTIONALLY

You feel stressed from trying to hear what others are saying

You feel annoyed at other people because you can’t hear or understand them.

You feel embarrassed or nervous to meet new people or from not hearing what others are saying.

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If you recognise any of these symptoms a full hearing test will determine if you have hearing loss. Book at appointment today!

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